[aprssig] Proper settings for SmartBeaconing

[Amir Findling]

I found one good use for beaconing every 2-3 minutes while parked. When 
I leave my car downtown, where it is more likely to be stolen, I leave 
the radio on (volume down) and the GPS is on. I generally park my car 
only for short amounts of time, doctor's visit etc. Should it get 
stolen, the crooks who are dumb enough to steal a 99 Ford Explorer might 
not notice the radio being on and they may have a bad surprise awaiting 
them with flashing lights....

Yes it does tax the net, but I believe for a good enough reason. It also 
taxes the battery but I have a system that will turn the radio off 
if/when a certain cutoff voltage is reached. But it will turn back on 
when the car is in motion.


73' de Amir K9CHP Member ARRL, AMSAT #36083
Cayuga County Highland SAR www.highlandsar.org <http://www.highlandsar.org/>
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